2026 Blogs
Leigh Day blogs 2026
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Give to Gain. Give Equal Pay
Elizabeth George, partner in Leigh Day’s employment team and the lawyer leading the equal pay litigation against retailer Next, gives her thoughts on this year’s International Women's Day.
Evans v Barclays Bank & Others: understanding the impact on group legal claims
International partner Oliver Holland and associate solicitor Rosio Cafarelli consider the implications of a recent UK Supreme Court decision on opt-out collective actions.
Water pollution litigation after Manchester Ship Canal ruling
The historic Manchester Ship UKSC decision on 2 July 2024 (The Manchester Ship Canal Company Ltd v United Utilities Water Ltd [2024] UKSC 22) held that water companies in England and Wales could be held liable for infringing private rights via sewage pollution.
Why you need to prepare travel insurance carefully when booking a ski holiday
After another incredible Winter Olympics has drawn to a close, many will be thinking that a holiday on the ski slopes is perfect for them. A ski holiday is the ultimate winter escape – crisp mountain air, stunning scenery, and the thrill of gliding down snow-covered slopes. But as a travel lawyer, I’ve seen how quickly that dream trip can go wrong.
Breaking Down the Redress Scheme: What You Need to Know
Leigh Day partner Andrew Lord, who represents survivors of abuse, answers some key FAQ's about the Church of England’s redress scheme to help you understand how it works, what it intends to deliver and how survivors can approach the process.
The government’s PFAS Plan: “Forever chemicals” - action now?
Leigh Day partner Sarah Moore and her team investigating PFAS pollution share their thoughts on the government's newly released PFAS Action Plan.
Prostate cancer, men’s health and missed opportunities: what’s changed since Movember 2021?
Associate solicitor Zoe Donohue considers developments in men’s health and prostate cancer over the past five years, as well as remaining gaps within the system.
High Court rules Home Secretary's use of public order powers against trafficking victims was unlawful
Human Rights solicitor John Crowley discusses a recent High Court ruling over Public Order Disqualification decisions.
Understanding the impact of follow up care for age-related eye problems
Cardiff based lawyer Amy Downey considers the importance of speedy follow-up care for people with age-related eye and vision problems, and the potential issues faced by patients when delays happen.